European Winter Holidays and Tours

Travelling to Europe in winter is a whole new experience. There are far less crowds so you can experience all the popular activities on offer, making the most of the time you have there. Low season brings lower prices for airfares, accommodation, food, and tourist destinations allowing you to spend more duty free! Most importantly, Europe comes alive with cultural activities, carnivals and events offering an experience that can only winter travellers can enjoy. For the skiers and snowboarders, Europe gives you access to some of the worlds greatest snowfields.

Top reasons to travel Europe this Winter!

• Less crowds
• Lower prices
• More fun in the snow
• More events held in winter
• Stop dreaming of a white Christmas – experience one!
• More picturesque.

Our Most popular Europe Winter Holidays

Winter Wanderer – 24 days – $153 per day

The Winter Wanderer is like a leisurely stroll through Europe’s top destinations. Some of the highlights of the tour include: driving along the French Riviera, exploring the Eternal City of Rome (it’s never too cold for Gelato!) and sampling traditional Spanish tapas… More Info

European Discovery – 12 days – $145 per day

If holidays were compared to courses at a dinner party, the European Discovery would be the appetiser. 8 countries in 12 days gives you a taste of all the big cities as well as some of the hidden treasures, so you know where to come back to next time! From Amsterdam to Rome to Paris, you won’t want to miss a thing…More Info

European Encounter – 16 days – $144 per day

The European Encounter tour is perfect for those who want to see Europe but don’t have months to negotiate their way around the continent. You’ll have the opportunity to walk in the steps of Roman Emperors in the Roman Forum, cruise the canals of Amsterdam, take in a Parisian cabaret show and rub shoulders with the rich and famous on the French Riviera…More Info

European Inspiration – 19 days – $142 per day

The European Inspiration gives you the best of both holiday worlds. A great combination of destinations, Berlin, Prague, Munich, Rome and Paris to name a few, as well as two nights everywhere, giving you time to explore each city in greater detail. Scenic drives through Italy and Austria, a stopover in the heart of the Swiss Alps and plenty of awesome extras…More Info

European Vista – 22 days – $153 per day

If you’re looking for a leisurely yet adventurous holiday around Europe then the European Vista fits the bill. 10 countries in 21 days means time to really get acquainted with each city while fantastic destinations like Lucerne and Vienna as well as the essential Paris, Rome and Amsterdam stops mean all your sightseeing bases are covered…More Info

Great Britain – 8 days – $159 per day

The Great Britain tour will take you away to a whirlwind of sightseeing, medieval history and culture where you’ll hit the highlights of England, Scotland and Wales. Practice your Liverpudlian accent because you’re going to the birthplace of rock and roll’s original Fab Four…More Info

Simply Italy – 12 days – $154 per day

Discover the big cities and some of the less famous destinations in this fabulous country. This is the only Contiki tour to stay in La Spezia in the Cinque Terre region and Milan, Italy’s fashion capital! You’ll also visit the picturesque village of Sirmione at Lake Garda, stop in San Marino, and re-enact the balcony scene from Romeo and Juliet…More Info

Mediterranean Highlights – 13 days – $157 per day

Beginning in Rome, capital of Italy, your Mediterranean adventure takes you to all the hotspots along the Mediterranean coast and makes sure you experience the best of each city. Flamenco dance in Barcelona, rub shoulders with the rich and famous on the French Riviera, enjoy the delights of Tuscany, walk in the footsteps of Roman Emperors…More Info

Ski Austria Hopfgarten – 7 days – $42 per day

So many runs, so little time. This will be your only dilemma skiing in the Tyrolean Ski region. Stay in the heart of the action in Hopfgarten at Contiki’s very own gasthof where the adventures on the mountain are equalled by the off-piste entertainment. The great thing about the Ski Austria package is the ability to add on as much as you like or do things yourself…More Info

London & Paris plus 2 days Paris – 9 days – $181 per day

Spend your time discovering London and Paris with this action packed tour. No need to negotiate maps, guidebooks, public transport, foreign currencies and languages though, leave that to us! Your 3 days in London include a city tour of London and Westminster taking in the major city sites, day trip to Bath and Stonehenge, tickets to a West End musical…More Info

Berlin & Prague – 7 days – $149 per day

Cover two of the most popular eastern European cities in more depth with this tour. Three nights each in Berlin and Prague affords you the opportunity for day trips out of the city centre as well as the obligatory ‘tick the box’ sightseeing. In Berlin, visit the remaining sections of the Berlin Wall, walk through the once forbidden territory of the Brandenburg Gate or shop…More Info

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Go further this Winter with Contiki!

We’re number one! Contiki has been doing this for over 40 years! Our Road Crew has got an incredible knowledge of Europe’s sights, sounds and local customs to take you further – you’ll get the inside track on what to do and where to go! Your time – your choice. When you’re on tour, you’ll have loads of free time to explore and do your own thing, or why not try some of our ‘optional extras’.

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